Mandy Moore Shares Heartbreak as Los Angeles Fires Devastate Communities

The devastating wildfires raging across Los Angeles have left thousands of families reeling, including actress and singer Mandy Moore, who took to Instagram to share the heartbreak her community is enduring. The star’s emotional posts give a glimpse into the destruction caused by the fires that have consumed homes, schools, and businesses across the region.

“Altadena Strong”—Mandy’s Emotional Tribute to Her Community

“I love you, Altadena,” Moore wrote, expressing gratitude for her family and pets being safely evacuated. She shared videos of her neighborhood engulfed in smoke and flames, revealing the extent of the loss: “My children’s school is gone. Our favorite restaurants, leveled. So many friends and loved ones have lost everything too. Our community is broken, but we will be here to rebuild together.”

Moore’s property was partially spared, with the main house still standing but unlivable. However, her neighbors, in-laws, and close friends were not as fortunate. “Every house on our street is gone. My in-laws, my brother and sister-in-law—six weeks from welcoming their first baby. Feeling weird survivors guilt. We love this community and will do everything we can to help rebuild and support.”

A City Under Siege

The fires, fueled by strong winds, have ravaged over 27,000 acres across the city. The Palisades Fire, on the west side, has destroyed more than 17,000 acres, while the Eaton Fire burned over 10,000 acres in the east. The Sunset Fire, near Runyon Canyon, ignited Wednesday night, consuming dozens of acres of vegetation and forcing mass evacuations.

Moore joins a growing list of celebrities affected by the wildfires, including Jhené Aiko, Paris Hilton, Anna Faris, and Leighton Meester and Adam Brody, all of whom have experienced loss or significant property damage.

KMOB1003’s Take

This isn’t just a story about celebrity homes—it’s about families, communities, and lives uprooted in a moment’s notice. Mandy Moore’s heartfelt words remind us of the resilience it takes to rebuild in the face of such tragedy. At KMOB1003 Radio, we send our love and support to all those affected, and to the brave firefighters and first responders battling the blazes day and night.

Stay tuned to KMOB1003 Radio for updates on this ongoing crisis and ways you can help communities like Altadena rebuild. Together, we are stronger. #AltadenaStrong

“I love you, Altadena. Grateful for my family and pets getting out last night before it was too late (and endless gratitude to friends for taking us in and bringing us clothes and blankets),” she wrote on Wednesday (Jan. 8) alongside videos of her neighborhood, engulfed in smoke ”

See her post here.